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David Archuleta opened the US Open women's final with a soaring rendition of America the Beautiful, joined by the United States Marine Corps Six Communications Batallion Brooklyn, New York.
As usual, David Archuleta's vocals were spot on, as his interpretation had a quasi-pop, soulful, R&B vibe to it. The accompaniment was simple piano chords. The harmony was a bit classical (like a Protestant hymn) but also a bit gospel.
The most appealing aspect of David Archuleta's voice is that it suits pop, classical, and R&B equally well.
David Archuleta's flag was the perfect complement to the Marine Corps' opening of the American flag. David Archuleta and the Marine Corps were a fitting beginning to a tremendous US Open final match between Kim Clijsters and Caroline Wozniacki.
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what a very heartfelt rendition of atb!excellent job david!you gave me chills and i was really touched and moved on how you delivered this song....loved the voice!!!
congratulations david!you are simply the best!
DAVID IS BRILLIANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WAHAHHAHAHHAHAHAA
I LOVE DAVID ARCHULETA!!
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I love when David sings patriotic songs because he never over sings them like so many other stars do. He simply sings them from the heart.
Great interpretation of the song - very heartfelt. David Archuleta is a special talent, I agree.
David Archuleta was absolutely stunning last night! gorgeous voice, gorgeous human being! I'm so proud of him! I am so proud so be his fan. He truly is THE BEST! I adore him!
David's rendition was beautiful. The Marines' unfurling of the flag, combined with his voice, so moving. Would love to hear him sing more patriotic songs.
There's reason to love America again...it's David Archuleta!!
He was stunning, loved his rendition of "America the Beautiful", it was very genuine & soulful performance :D
David Archuleta = AMAZING.
Thank you for posting this! David's performance is really indescribable as there are no words that can do it justice. David and America The Beautiful = LOVE!
And it's so nice to have someone classy in the business unlike the batch of so-called musicians at the VMAs last night. Thank you David!!
I don't think I've ever cried on any patriotic song, as I did with this one. Love this talented young man's voice. Heartfelt.
David takes each song and makes it his by singing from his heart. What an amazing performance that came from his heart. David is a very talented singer......Thank You David!!!!
Wow that was beautiful!!
My heart is full! David never ceases to amaze me..his performance last night at the US Open was truly breathtaking. Still crying with tears of joy for this beautiful young man and all that he stands for! SHINE ON DAVID!
Amazing I still have chills this morning. Way to raise the bar there David!
it was beautiful
Wow, what a performance by David Archuleta! Saw him on American Idol and thought he was good -- but last night he was AMAZING!!
My family and I watched together and were all moved by his stirring rendition of America the Beautiful.
What a way to honor our great country! Well done, David!!
Classy performance David!!!Wow!!!
Soo classy! Brilliant interpretation! Heartfelt! LUV David!!
Loved him singing this!!!! Brought me to tears.
Breathtaking performance! My heart is bursting with pride to be a fan of THE VOICE!
My heart filled when David's voice accompanied the unfurling of the flag. Stunning!
David Archuleta did a wonderful rendition of America, the beautiful last night. He is such a great talent and a beautiful person. I have followed him since American Idol and he has only gotten better. I am so proud to call myself a fan.
I don't think anyone was stirring in the stadium when David began singing. He has a way of making you stop..look...listen...and then you feel it!!! What a masterful rendition from the best musical artist out there now!! He is in a class by himself!!! He warms your heart, and touches your soul. BRAVO David...just Wow!!!!
David did a beautiful rendition of America the Beautiful. He puts a heartfelt interpretation to all the songs he sings. This was an awe inspiring performance. He is a cut above many of the singing artists of today. He not only has a fantastic voice, but also is a genuinely good person. I hope he will be around for many years to come.
I was pleasantly surprised to catch David's performance, didn't know he was gonna be there to sing America the Beautiful. He looked and sounded amazing! Thanks for the recap.
So beautiful! David loves singing patriotic songs and he loves his country - you can hear it in his voice. What a stellar young man. And I cannot wait for his Christmas album Oct 13.
Wow!! What an amazing performance!! I am so proud to be an american and a David Archuleta fan!!
David is such a gift to everyone here on earth. He is a total package of everything ! His rendition of the "America , The Beautiful " last night was the best I have ever heard. He touches every heart and soul making you realize how lucky we are to be here in America. His interpretation of the patriotic song was totally amazing ! I would hope that he will be doing this more and more. I feel so blessed to have known him and became his big fan.
David is the perfect person to perform patriotic songs at major sporting events. Not only is he so talented but he represents the best of America in the way he conducts himself personally and professionally. Kudos to David and those who recognized how amazing he is.
I don't know of any other 18 year old with as beautiful a voice. Loved it.
David's beautiful soul pours out of his performance of America the Beautiful. An amazing voice from an amazing young man, the voice of the future. Thank you David for giving your all, once again. Loved the little smile on David when the Marines appeared; his voice seemed to lift when the flag started unfurling. A testament to his giving, selfless spirit.
Wow! Amazing performance...simple, heartfelt, reverent yet it came out so beautiful and touching. That's how the Archuleta does it.
He doesn't need a fancy stage or accompaniment to showcase his incredible talent. His Christmas album will be epic!!!
bravo david, just bravo. take a well deserved bow young man, you were fantastic at the us open.
I loved David's rendition of this song. He is an uber-talented, gorgeous, wonderful human being! I will be a HUGE fan of his until I draw my last breath. Love him!
BEAUTIFUL!!!I Love the Voice and the Guy!!I couldn't agree more!!He is FANTASTIC!!!Thanks for the article and the video!!
I am so privileged and honored to be among David's biggest fans. He is the real deal - a voice that takes you places and a heart even bigger, he inspires everyone who knows him to do a little something to help others. This is the most beautiful rendition of America the Beautiful ever heard.
Yes, David Archuleta has AMAZING vocals! I am a huge fan of David's and turned on the tennis tournament just to hear David sing. I have been to many of David's concerts all around the northeast as he is awesome to listen to and watch on stage. I think he is just an amazing singer/songwriter and am super excited he has a holiday album called "Christmas From The Heart" coming out on Oct 13!
David The Beautiful!
One word describes DAVID ARCHULETA over and over again. INREDIBLE! WOW what a talented young man. After the nastiness displayed by Serena Williams the night before, DAVID ARCHULETA made us proud to be American again. I have been a fan for a long time. BRAVO DAVID!
Soaring rendition-- I loved that discription. What a voice. I can hardly wait for his Christmas CD. There will be plenty of soaring there.
Soaring rendition-- I loved that description. What a voice. I can hardly wait for his Christmas CD. There will be plenty of soaring there.
David's rendition of "America the Beautiful" was amazing. He was the perfect person to sing such an inspiring and moving song. Great article about this talented young man!
Thanks for this spot-on review. I'm a big Archuleta fan and it's so refreshing to find a journalist who "gets" that soulful/R&B/pop vibe that makes D.A. such a unique artist.
Another moving performance by David. His voice, and who he is as a person make it all the more meaningful.
What a incredible performance by an incredible young man.
He has a voice that is beautiful and when he sings you can feel it , he touches your heart! What an amazingly talented young man. I could listen to him over and over and never grow tired of it.
WOW JUST WOW!!!! I love David's voice. Thank you for the utube link.
gosh, amazing! He sings better than any other professionals on pitch. He is just 18?
Simply the "BEST" and that doesn't do justice! "WOW! Proud to be an American and proud to be an Archiefan forever!!!!
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